Brunello di Montalcino "VIGNA SPUNTALI" 2016 DOCG Val di Suga
| Sommelier score | 93/100 | 2024 |
| Robert Parker | 95/100 | 2016 |
| 5 Grappoli AIS |
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2020 |
| Winery | Val di Suga |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino "VIGNA SPUNTALI" DOCG |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Alcohol content | 14,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | SI 8881 |
| Winery headquarter | Val di Suga - Montalcino (SI) - Località Val di Cava |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Sliced beef, Cold cuts and salami, Roast meat, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Cannelloni, Florentina Steak, Hard cheese, wild game |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Brunello di Montalcino |
Val di Suga cellar produces this sensational Brunello di Montalcino DOCG with 100% Sangiovese Grosso grapes coming from “Vigna Spuntali”, located in the south-west side of Montalcino. The lands here are located 300 meters above the sea level. The fermentation is managed at 25-30°C in concrete containers for 20 days. After 24 months aging in French oak barrels of 300 l, this wine continues its maturation in the bottle for at least 24 months. “Vigna Spuntali” is the best area of the south-west side of Montalcino. It represents an historical CRU for the production of Brunello, where the soil is touched by the sun and dry and the climate influenced by the sea, that is only 40 km far.
Features of “Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Spuntali DOCG”
Strong garnet red colour with ruby reflections. Its scent is warm, intense and classy. Great explosion of red fruits: dark cherry, dried fig, candied fruits and orange. The taste is characterized by soft tannins and a long final full of plum and blackberry.
Recommended food pairings while tasting “Brunello di Montalcino”
This powerful wine produced by Val di Suga is excellent with roasted or braised meat, game and aged cheeses. It has to be served at 20°C in a wide wine glass.
